This has to be one of the best ideas ever. I'd imagine spending some time petting a cat in the middle of the day would be so relaxing. I just wish I could bring my cat with me everywhere -- I'd be the calmest person alive.

japonese, especially in Tokio, have a huge shortage in spaces for housing, therefore, owing a cat is completely out of question.that would be the explanation for the cat playing stores. it's the only way they get to hang out with cats.I didn't mean to seem condescending, I just thought you might not know that.All the bes and keep the cheerful and cattish blogging

how cute!!I recently read an article about a hotel where you live like a hamster, wood shavings and all! :OIt's not adorable like this, but it just reminded me of it. haha:)have fun in Japan!!http://fictionalducks.blogspot.com

I love everything about this post! Definately will have to make it a place to visit one day!I really enjoy reading your blog and and I'd like to pass on an "I love your blog" award. If you'd like to see it: http://she-said-whaaat.blogspot.com/

Oh my goodness! Taiwan is one of the greatest places ever! I was born and raised in the US, but I'm Taiwanese and visit there almost every year.

Some things you HAVE to try:- Stinky Tofu (Pronounced: "Cho Do-Foo")It's stinky, it's tofu, and it's sooo good. Well, I guess it's an acquired taste. Some love it, some hate it, but you should try it! You can get this at the night markets.- GO TO THE NIGHT MARKETS! ("Ye She")There are tons around, especially if you are in Taipei. There are so many cute booths selling super cheap clothes, accessories, and food! You can also haggle with the locals (it helps a lot if you have a Taiwanese guide).- Drive around the country side!Taiwan is so green and lush, especially when you visit the country side (like Yilan--about a couple of hours from Taipei). And the sky is nothing like in the US. SO BLUE. The clouds are also really fluffy and beautiful in Taiwan.

I'm so excited for you! There is so so much to explore in Taiwan. If you are interested, I have pictures from my trip there this summer. HAVE FUN!

hello katie,u r such an inspiration. i love ur cheerfulness, ur playfulness, ur love for life. u make me want to live more and appreciate the little things in life more. keep on blogging, u dont know how many people u have blessed with ur outlook on life! :)

ps: i just went thru ur posts and read that one about ur grandma. it really moved me. u've got a beautiful heart.

I've already heard of that - but never seen any pictures! Thank you so much, it looks like a place crammed with the cutest and cuddliest little furry friends in the world!(Oh well, I need to cuddle with someone)

@ Aubrie- We weren't allowed to feed the cats but we could pet them all we want! Matt and I were hanging out with some people we had just met and we stumbled upon this awesome cafe. Apparently there's about 40 of them in Japan!